LPN - Child & Adolescent

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Child & Adolescent

Annual Salary: $52,278 + $3,000 Sign-on Bonus

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:30 am - 6:00 pm (until 7:00 pm one day per week)

The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board (H-NNCSB) is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Child & Adolescent Outpatient team. This is an excellent opportunity to use your nursing skills in a rewarding behavioral health setting while helping children and adolescents achieve improved mental health and overall wellness.

As part of a multidisciplinary treatment team, you will work closely with psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, and other professionals committed to providing high-quality, person-centered care to youth and their families.

Why Join H-NNCSB?

Since 1971, the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board has provided the highest quality of behavioral health services to residents of the cities of Hampton and Newport News, Virginia, offering a comprehensive array of programs for both children and adults living with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and/or substance use disorders.

We offer

 

• $3,000 Sign-On Bonus
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Meaningful Work That Makes a Difference

 

What you'll do

As an LPN in Child & Adolescent Services, you will support psychiatric and medical care for youth receiving medication management services.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting the psychiatrist with medication management and treatment planning
• Administering, monitoring, ordering, and dispensing medications
• Conducting routine physical and mental health assessments
• Completing medical intakes and obtaining vital signs
• Monitoring clients for medication effectiveness and side effects
• Providing education and supportive counseling to clients and families
• Maintaining accurate medical records and documentation
• Managing medication inventory and ensuring proper medication security
• Scheduling medical appointments and coordinating follow-up care
• Communicating effectively with treatment team members regarding client needs

Requirements

 

Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program with a current, active Virginia LPN license and one (1) year of experience administering medications in a psychiatric, behavioral health, substance use treatment, long-term care, or related healthcare setting.

Join our team today

If you are passionate about helping children and adolescents thrive and want to be part of a team that values compassion, integrity, and excellence, we encourage you to apply today.

 

The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.